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What is the purpose of a carbon offset?
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To increase carbon emissions
Quiz Options
- To increase carbon emissions
- To fund projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions elsewhere to compensate for one's own emissions
- To store carbon in the atmosphere
- To capture carbon directly from the air
Explanation & Context
Carbon offsetting allows individuals or organizations to invest in environmental projects, such as renewable energy or reforestation, to counterbalance their own carbon footprint.
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